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I want to open a dialogue about "What is the Ultimate 32' Trawler?" Maybe this should be posted elsewhere in the Forum but since I'll open the discussion with the 32' Island Gypsies and Gourmet Cruisers, I'll start here.
When it comes to deciding on how big a boat to buy, an old adage is "buy the smallest boat that has all the comforts you desire." I have found that to be absolutely true since I've owned & cruised a 54', 48', 42', 38', 35', 32', 30' & a 29 footer. My choice (and vote) is for the 32 footer. Remember, the question is about 32 feet and a 7-10 knot trawler.
My vote for the cruising couple goes to the 32' Island Gypsy Europa. One hell of a lot of boat in 32 feet. Full walk around, covered cockpit, fly bridge, separate shower from the head, single engine, generator, dinghy davits, etc. Yes, I know grand Banks also made a 32 but, IMHO, if one takes the time to compare all the features on these two boats and doesn't get all caught up in the brand, the IG wins hands down!
Now, for the day sailor, bay cruiser, wine & shrimp platter crowd, the 32' Gourmet Cruiser is the way to go. (You know that was coming as that is what I've been driving for the last seven years.) Single engine, no fly bridge, separate shower from the head, queen size island bed, a great cockpit, nice little galley, and an interior that satisfies the most discriminating yachting couple. (No apologies necessary at your yacht club with this boat. It turns more heads than Lady Godiva!)
Photos:
1 & 2 Island Gypsie 32 Europa
3,4 & 5 Gourmet Cruiser 32
When it comes to deciding on how big a boat to buy, an old adage is "buy the smallest boat that has all the comforts you desire." I have found that to be absolutely true since I've owned & cruised a 54', 48', 42', 38', 35', 32', 30' & a 29 footer. My choice (and vote) is for the 32 footer. Remember, the question is about 32 feet and a 7-10 knot trawler.
My vote for the cruising couple goes to the 32' Island Gypsy Europa. One hell of a lot of boat in 32 feet. Full walk around, covered cockpit, fly bridge, separate shower from the head, single engine, generator, dinghy davits, etc. Yes, I know grand Banks also made a 32 but, IMHO, if one takes the time to compare all the features on these two boats and doesn't get all caught up in the brand, the IG wins hands down!
Now, for the day sailor, bay cruiser, wine & shrimp platter crowd, the 32' Gourmet Cruiser is the way to go. (You know that was coming as that is what I've been driving for the last seven years.) Single engine, no fly bridge, separate shower from the head, queen size island bed, a great cockpit, nice little galley, and an interior that satisfies the most discriminating yachting couple. (No apologies necessary at your yacht club with this boat. It turns more heads than Lady Godiva!)
Photos:
1 & 2 Island Gypsie 32 Europa
3,4 & 5 Gourmet Cruiser 32
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